Bryn Mawr Commentaries, Greek: Alcestis (Paperback)

from David.Alfred.Sarkies

I can now understand why they call this a problem play: for most of the play it is a tragedy but suddenly, at the end, everything turns out all right. One commentary I have read on this raises the question of whether it is a masterpiece or a train wreck. What we need to remember though is that th...

from omame

it's been so long since i've read the lattimore translation that i can't do a good compare/contrast, but i really enjoyed hughes' adaptation. his choice to make modern references throughout the play (nuclear bombs, double nelson, etc.) is jarring at first, but i liked both the playfulness and wei...

from antiquary

One of my favorite Greek plays, precisely because it is not a tragedy. I do not buy the theory that we are supposed to be skeptical of the rescue of Alcestis.

from thesmellofbooks

What a delightful play! Murray's notes and introduction are refreshing and enlightening, and the verse form he gives the work is enjoyable and at times inspired. Perceptive fellow, Euripides! Brilliant character study; a very thoughtful work.

from antiquary

One of my favorite Greek plays, precisely because it is not a tragedy. I do not buy the theory that we are supposed to be skeptical of the rescue of Alcestis.